Supervisory Transportation Security Officer

$72,553 - $94,317/Yr

United States Department of Homeland Security - Minot, ND

Part-time,Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - Minot, ND

Administration of Economic Programs

About the position

The Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO) position at the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) involves safeguarding the American way of life by securing transportation infrastructure, including airports, seaports, and public transit systems. The STSO will oversee security operations, manage personnel, and make critical security-based decisions to mitigate threats against civil aviation and other transportation modes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and supervise subordinate employees in conducting pre-board security screening of persons, their carry-on and checked baggage/cargo.
• Oversee screening checkpoint(s) and/or baggage screening operations on a day-to-day basis, including equipment, personnel, and scheduling.
• Participate in the development of new policies and procedures, recommending changes based on observations of work.
• Engage in strategic planning initiatives, workforce planning, and other reports for TSA and superiors.
• Prepare various types of communications such as morning briefings, checkpoint logs, and reports relevant to the work performed.
• Develop incident information and reports for Law Enforcement Officers (LEOs) and superiors.
• Serve as a member of the National Screening Force.
• Assign work, set priorities, and review and evaluate work and performance of subordinates.
• Approve leave, coach and develop employees, and recommend corrective or disciplinary actions.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship or U.S. National status.
• At least 18 years of age at the time of application.
• Completion of a favorable Background Investigation (BI).
• Obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance.
• Pass pre-employment Drug Screening and subject to post-employment random drug and alcohol testing.
• Selective Service registration is required.
• Ability to work various shifts and overtime as needed.
• Meet and maintain medical requirements for screening work, including physical abilities assessment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a supervisory role in any work environment.
• Experience in security operations or related fields.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance.
• Retirement plan and Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k)).
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Personal leave days and paid federal holidays.
• Flexible work schedules and telework options.
• Tuition reimbursement and transportation subsidies.
• Uniform allowance and health and wellness programs.